Based on the classic novel and henceforth considered a classic film, featuring a career-defining performance from Gregory Peck (Roman Holiday, The Omen), for which he won an Oscar, To Kill a Mockingbird is a profound drama with tremendous performances and a moving script. Winner of 3 Academy Awards.
SYNOPSIS:
Prize-winning novel. Set in the 1930s in the racially segregated town of Maycomb, Alabama, the film follows Atticus Finch, a principled lawyer, as he defends Tom Robinson, a black man falsely accused of raping a white woman. The story is narrated by Finch’s young daughter, Scout, who, along with her brother Jem, witnesses the deeply ingrained prejudice of their community.
As the trial unfolds, Atticus faces intense social backlash, yet he stands firm in his commitment to justice and truth. Through the eyes of Scout, the film explores themes of racism, moral integrity, and empathy, showcasing how prejudice distorts the pursuit of justice. The children's curiosity about their mysterious reclusive neighbor, Boo Radley, also adds an element of innocence to the film’s heavier themes, culminating in a message about understanding and compassion.
